Project Manager - Manufacturing

Barrette Workforce Solutions, LLC; Linden (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrette Workforce Solutions, LLC is seeking a Project Manager with strong manufacturing/construction project experience. You will oversee turnkey projects, coordinate with engineering, production and sales, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure customer specifications and delivery commitments are met.

Candidates should read blueprints, manage multiple projects, and work closely with subcontractors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management is required.
• At least six years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction.
• Experience reading blueprints and schematics; hands-on fabrication oversight.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain key customer relationships as the primary point of contact for each project.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and complete turnkey projects coordinating with engineering, production, and sales teams.
• Develop schedules, track progress, manage delays and risks, and control costs.
• Prepare budgets, monitor expenses, and participate in cost reviews and reductions.
• Review bids with the estimating team to ensure accuracy and timely submission.
• Prepare material takeoffs and cost estimates for opportunities and change orders.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to meet customer specs and delivery commitments.
• Present project updates and requirements documents to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Reading blueprints

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management

Tools

ERP system (Global Shop Solutions)

Job description

Project Manager

Manufacturing or construction industry experience is required.

Job Duties:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with assigned customers, serving as their primary point of contact throughout each project.


• Plan, execute, monitor, and complete turnkey projects while coordinating with Miller’s management, engineering, production, and sales teams.


• Develop and manage project schedules, track progress, and address potential delays or other issues.


• Create and manage project budgets, monitor costs, and participate in cost reviews and reduction efforts.


• Request, evaluate, and select subcontractor quotes.


• Review bid documents with the estimating team to help ensure quotes are accurate and submitted on time.


• Prepare material takeoffs and cost estimates for new opportunities and project change orders.


• Manage changes in project scope, identify risks, and develop contingency plans.


• Work with manufacturing to ensure products meet customer specifications and delivery commitments.


• Prepare and present project updates, proposals, requirements documents, and progress reports.


• Read and interpret blueprints and contract drawings, applying knowledge of fabrication and manufacturing processes.


• Coordinate with engineering, production, and management to estimate costs for non-core opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Project Management required; PMI certification preferred.


• At least six years of project management experience in manufacturing or construction, preferably with a small or midsize business in structural steel fabrication, building, or a related field.


• Experience managing multiple construction projects simultaneously.


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.


• Hands-on experience with fabrication processes and oversight of fabrication work.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience using an ERP system; Global Shop Solutions experience is a plus.


• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.